Payroll Consultant, Armanino Advisory LLC, US

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Job Responsibilities 

• Perform client activities including processing payroll, multi-state payroll and registrations, payroll tax filings and client support for Payroll functions.

• Support extensive client base with all facets of Payroll Processing.  Perform Payroll support work under tight deadlines, including a multitude of activities such as benefits deductions, workers’ compensation, leave management, employee on-boarding, employee terminations, and policy administration.

• Develop and maintain good working relationships with senior-level executives and decision makers within each client organization, and routinely communicate with them on projects relating to Payroll support, issues, and deliverables.

• Practice appropriate advanced communication skills

• Adhere to HR Outsourcing group’s principles, practices, and procedures to ensure accurate and timely client support for Payroll functions.

• Support extensive client base with all facets of Payroll. Perform Payroll support work under tight deadlines, including a multitude of activities such as including payroll processing, final pay for employee terminations, and ad-hoc manual check requests.

• Deliver exceptional service on time and on budget

• Provide timely updates, identify and work to resolve issues.  Escalate issues to Senior Consultant and/or Manager for resolution if necessary.

• Routinely communicate with client staff within each organization on tasks relating to Payroll support, issues and deliverables.

• Participate and support new and existing project initiatives from the consulting office or at client sites. Periodic or regular travel to client sites may be required.

• Identify and escalate issues to Senior Consultant and/or Manager for resolution.

• Goal of 75% billable hours of total hours worked.

• Enter data and maintain files and records. Prepare all necessary reports.

• Handle correspondence involving HR Outsourcing clients. Assist in resolution of Payroll Outsourcing issues as needed.

• Identify, recommend, and implement new approaches, policies, procedures, and/or services to support continual improvement in efficiency.

• Prepare documents and maintain appropriate records.

• Maintain historical records for all payroll transactions.

• Assist with periodic review of Payroll documents.

• Systematically verify and audit data for completeness and accuracy according to established controls.

• Participate in training and instruction as directed.

• Perform all tasks as assigned by the supervisor.

Requirements 

• Minimum 1 year of hands-on experience in payroll processing or a related role

• College-level coursework or equivalent experience in Payroll, Human Resources, Accounting, or Business

• Experience with payroll systems such as ADP, Paychex, Gusto, or similar platforms

• Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills, including formulas, VLOOKUP, and pivot tables

• Strong attention to detail and ability to perform accurate arithmetic calculations

• Ability to maintain accurate and organized electronic payroll records

• Effective written and verbal communication skills with clients and vendors Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines with minimal supervision

• Flexibility to work from home while collaborating in person half the time.

Preferred Qualifications 

•  CPP (Certified Payroll Professional), PHR/SPHR, or SHRM-CP/SCP certifications are a plus. 

“Armanino” is the brand name under which Armanino LLP, Armanino CPA LLP, and Armanino Advisory LLC, independently owned entities, provide professional services in an alternative practice structure in accordance with law, regulations, and professional standards. Armanino LLP and Armanino CPA LLP are licensed independent CPA firms that provide attest services, and Armanino Advisory LLC and its subsidiary entities provide tax, advisory, and business consulting services. Armanino Advisory LLC and its subsidiary entities are not licensed CPA firms.

Armanino provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Armanino complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.  

Armanino expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Armanino employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.  

Armanino does not accept unsolicited candidates, referrals, or resumes from any staffing agency, recruiting service, sourcing entity, or third-party paid service at any time. Any referrals, resumes, or candidates submitted to Armanino or any employee or owner of Armanino without a pre-existing agreement signed by both parties covering the submission will be considered the property of Armanino and not subject to any fees or charges. For existing agreements, a role must be approved and open to external search; otherwise, unsolicited and unapproved submittals and referrals will be considered Armanino property and free of fees. In addition, Talent Acquisition is the sole point of contact, and contacting others in our organization without Talent Acquisition’s knowledge will result in termination of contract. 

Certain states require us to disclose the pay range and benefits summary for job openings. For Colorado residents, the compensation range for this position: $66,000-$77,600. For Southern California residents, the compensation range for this position: $70,600-$85,400. For Northern California residents, the compensation range for this position: $75,800-$89,200. Compensation may vary based on skills, role, and location. Eligible employees at certain levels can participate in a discretionary long-term financial incentive plan, subject to plan participation rules.

Armanino has a robust offering of benefits, including:  

• Medical, dental, vision 

• Generous PTO plan and paid sick time 

• Flexible work arrangements 

• 401K with Profit Sharing 

• Wellness program 

• Generous parental leave 

• 11 paid holidays

  
For positions based in San Francisco, consistent with the SF Fair Chance Ordinance, an arrest and conviction record will not automatically disqualify a qualified applicant from consideration.   
   
For Individuals who would be working within the City of Los Angeles, Armanino will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance  
 
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